Popularity:464
Origin:British
Meaning:Lifted up; exalted by God
Jeremy is a masculine name of Old English origin meaning “lifted up” or “exalted by God.” It is an anglicized form of the Hebrew name Jeremiah, giving the uplifting medieval moniker strong biblical roots. Whether you love Jeremy for its connection to faith or its encouraging symbolism, it will undoubtedly inspire an optimistic spirit in baby Jeremy.
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Famous People Named Jeremy

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  • Jeremy Irons
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  • Jeremy Renner
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